Slab Contrasted Korab 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, scholarly, authoritative, literary, readability, editorial utility, traditional tone, firm presence, slab serif, bracketed serifs, low stress, open counters, bookish.
A sturdy slab-serif with clearly bracketed, rectangular serifs and a measured, moderate stroke contrast. The letterforms feel traditional and text-oriented, with open counters, steady vertical stems, and gently rounded joins that keep the rhythm calm rather than sharp. Capitals are broad and composed, while lowercase shows familiar oldstyle proportions with a double-storey “g” and a compact, readable “e”; overall spacing reads even and controlled across words and lines. Numerals are straightforward and lining in feel, with ample interior space that supports legibility at text sizes.
It performs well for long-form reading such as books, magazines, essays, and reports, where its steady rhythm and open counters support comfortable scanning. The confident slab serifs also make it effective for headings, pull quotes, and other editorial typography that benefits from a traditional but firm presence.
The font projects a dependable, institutional tone—bookish and composed—suited to settings where clarity and credibility matter. Its slab serifs add a grounded, slightly mechanical firmness, while the moderate contrast keeps the texture refined rather than heavy or rustic.
The design appears aimed at a readable, print-friendly slab serif that combines classic text proportions with a more grounded, assertive serif structure. It prioritizes clear letter differentiation and consistent texture, delivering a reliable workhorse feel for editorial and institutional typography.
In paragraph settings the face maintains a consistent color with clear word shapes, and the serifs provide strong horizontal anchoring that helps lines track cleanly. The overall impression is classic and utilitarian, with enough character in the slabs to stand out without becoming decorative.